Next Bharat Ventures Hosts “Next Billion Forum 2025” in Bengaluru, Launches 3rd Cohort of Impact Startup Residency

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Next Bharat Ventures successfully hosted the flagship “Next Billion Forum 2025” in Bengaluru, bringing together some of the most influential voices shaping India’s future.

The Forum saw over 200 participants from across India and Japan, including founders, investors, policymakers, and corporate leaders. Notable speakers included N. R. Narayana Murthy (Founder, Infosys), Amitabh Kant (Former G20 Sherpa), H. Takeuchi (CEO & MD, Maruti Suzuki India), T. V. Mohandas Pai, Dr. Pramod Varma (Chief Architect, Aadhaar), Nilesh Shah (MD, Kotak AMC), Meena Ganesh (Co-Founder, Portea Medical), and Dhimant Parekh (Co-Founder, The Better India).

The Dignitaries including Mr. Narayana Murthy and Mr. Amitabh Kant

“Next Bharat has the potential to create a bigger impact than Maruti Suzuki,” said Amitabh Kant.

Adding to its global dimension, 40% of the audience represented Japanese corporates, reflecting the growing strength of India-Japan collaboration.

“The Next Billion Forum has become a unique platform where entrepreneurs, investors, and corporates from India and Japan co-create solutions for Bharat 2047. This year’s conversations reinforced that the next decade belongs to impact entrepreneurs who are building strong, purpose-driven businesses,” said Vipul Jindal, CEO of Next Bharat Ventures.

Team Next Bharat with Mr. Narayana Murthy and Mr. Amitabh Kant along with Vipul Jindal, CEO, Next Bharat

Key Highlights

  • Powerful Keynotes & Panels: Discussions centered on building Bharat 2047 through entrepreneurship, digital public infrastructure, women’s economic participation, and impact investing.

  • Strategic MoU: A collaboration between Atypical Advantage, Uno Minda Group, and Next Bharat Ventures was announced, to generate large-scale livelihood opportunities for persons with disabilities.

  • India-Japan Exchange: More than 50 Japanese companies and 80+ professionals have engaged with Next Bharat over the past year. Three Japanese multinationals have even deployed employees for a one-year immersion in India.
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Call for Applications – 3rd Cohort of Next Bharat Residency

At the Forum, Next Bharat Ventures officially launched the third cohort of its Impact Startup Residency Program. Applications are now open for revenue-generating impact startups (Rs. 50 lakhs+ ARR) working in agriculture, financial inclusion, health, climate, livelihoods, and other social impact sectors.

Interested founders can apply at nextbharat.in/apply.

About Next Bharat Ventures
Next Bharat Ventures is a platform dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs who solve socio-economic challenges in India’s rural and informal economy. Through its Residency Program, Next Bharat has supported 26 startups to date, impacting more than 146,000 lives and building strong bridges between India and Japan.

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Ravindra Kirti Founder GGF
Ravindra Kirti is a well-rounded Marketing professional with an impressive academic and professional portfolio. He is IIM Calcutta alumnus & holds a PhD in Commerce, having written an insightful thesis on consumer behavior and psychology, which informs his deep understanding of market dynamics and client engagement strategies. His academic journey includes an MBA in Marketing, where he specialized in strategic management, international marketing, and luxury retail management, equipping him with a global perspective and a strategic edge in high-end market segments. In addition to his business expertise, Ravindra is also academically trained in law, holding a Master’s in Law with specializations in law of patents, IT & IPR, police law and administration, white-collar crime, and corporate crime. This legal knowledge complements his role as the Chief at Jurislaw Partners, where he applies a blend of legal acumen and strategic marketing. With such a rich educational background, Ravindra excels across a range of fields, from legal marketing to luxury retail, and event design. His ability to interlace disciplines—commerce, marketing, and law—enables him to drive successful outcomes in every venture he undertakes, whether as Chief at Jurislaw Partners, Editor at Mojo Patrakar and Global Growth Forum, Founder of CircusINC, or Chief Designer at Byaah by CircusINC. On a personal note, Ravindra Kirti is not only a devoted pawrent to his pet, Kattappa, but also an enthusiast of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) and holds a Taekwondo Dan 1. This active lifestyle complements his multifaceted career, reflecting his discipline, resilience, and commitment—qualities he brings into his professional relationships. His bond with Kattappa adds a warm, grounded side to his profile, showcasing his nurturing and compassionate nature, which shines through in his connections with clients and colleagues. Ravindra’s career exemplifies versatility, intellectual depth, and excellence. Whether through his contributions to media, law, events, or design, he remains a dynamic and influential presence, continually innovating and leaving a lasting impact across industries. His ability to balance these diverse roles is a testament to his strategic vision and dedication to making a difference in every field he enters.
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